JOB TITLE: Aircraft Structural Mechanic IV
LOCATION: Cahokia, IL
PAY RATE: $33.81/hour

We are a national staffing firm partnering with top-tier aerospace companies, and we are seeking first-class employees to join our clients’ teams!

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?

• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Job Details:

• Contract Length: 12 months (opportunity for extension)

• Shift: 2nd 

• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage through Cigna

• Perks: Bonus potential and priority as a Tier 1 supplier

• Opportunities: Thousands of openings nationwide

Summary: 

• Independently perform structural assembly operations using tools, schematics, and specifications to ensure work meets quality and customer standards.

• Provide guidance and training to team members.

• Leverage expertise to mentor others, develop techniques, and complete tasks efficiently.

• Assemble and fit parts, perform drilling, riveting, and layout/fabrication on aircraft.

• Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, engineering drawings, and technical instructions.

• Collaborate with supervision and Inspection to ensure FAA compliance and quality standards.

• Transition to new tasks with minimal impact on goals and schedules.

• Use tools such as riveting guns, drills, countersinks, and rivet shavers to rivet assemblies and safely remove fasteners.

• Inspect assemblies to ensure defect-free work prior to final inspection.

• Mentor team members on blueprints, drawings, and production challenges; create methods and shop aids to address installation issues.

• Maintain accurate records, including MIR sheets, DMTs, and PCOs.

• Align and assemble parts using jigs, clamps, and fasteners; perform rework to meet conformity requirements.

• Plan workloads and resources to meet deadlines and exceed schedule expectations.

• Oversee projects and procure necessary materials and documentation.

• Maintain a clean, organized work area; support the 5S and Lean Initiatives Program, and comply with safety regulations.

Required Skills:

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• 6+ years of structural assembly experience.

• Experience with Solumina and Smarteam preferred.

• Q-stamp preferred.

• Proficiency with computers and related software.

• Skilled in close-tolerance work, using mathematical formulas, fractions, and decimals.

• Strong knowledge of measuring devices and their application within tolerance.

• Ability to work any shift and lift up to 50 lbs.

• Must be able to climb ladders, stairs, and work in confined spaces.

• Fluency in English (reading, writing, speaking).

• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national staffing firm specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we provide professionals with opportunities to excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.

Eligibility Requirements:

U.S. Citizenship required under ITAR regulations: A U.S. person is defined as a lawful permanent resident or a protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Keywords:

aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design

Take your aerospace career to new heights—apply today!

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